About the job
ABOUT VETERINARY EMERGENCY GROUP (VEG)
Founded in 2014, VEG is dedicated to transforming the emergency vet experience for both pets and their owners. Our mission is to challenge the traditional norms of emergency care, ensuring a more compassionate and efficient service. With facilities open 24/7, 365 days a year across the nation, we’ve set a new standard for emergency veterinary care, positively impacting the lives of our patients and team members alike, our beloved VEGgies!
At VEG, we empower you to pursue your veterinary emergency medicine career with innovative practices and an engaging work environment. Our open-concept hospitals allow you to handle a diverse range of emergency cases, including exotic animals, all while fostering a customer-focused atmosphere that prioritizes high-quality care.
We are proud to be recognized as a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.
THE PROGRAM
Our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program is designed to provide aspiring veterinary technicians with a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine, working alongside our highly skilled emergency veterinary technicians.
In this externship, you won’t be merely observing; you will actively participate. Engage in the action, ask questions, practice new techniques, and delve into the world of emergency medicine. You'll gain valuable exposure to patient triage, diagnostics, inpatient care, and more, helping you to discover if a career in emergency medicine aligns with your aspirations. This is your opportunity to build a solid foundation, inspire your career path, and contribute to a larger mission.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Learn from the leading professionals in emergency veterinary care.
- Receive real-time mentoring from a credentialed emergency veterinary technician while on the floor.
- Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, inpatient care, and beyond.
- Practice essential skills outlined in your school’s proficiency checklist with guidance.
- Experience the collaborative spirit, pace, and empathy that define emergency care at VEG.
- Explore your potential as an ER superhero!

